Tackling eating disorders as early as possible is critical to stop them becoming entrenched. The longer they go on, the more serious the impact on health, wellbeing, and recovery. SWEDA is looking for an exceptional Assistant Clinical Lead (Adults), who will play a key role in deputising for the Clinical Lead and leading our team of Area Leads, who are responsible for delivering clinical services to adults affected by eating disorders across the South and West. Providing clinical guidance in all issues relating to the health, welfare and safeguarding of SWEDA clients, staff members and volunteers, the Assistant Clinical Lead will also assist in implementing new services, systems, processes and protocols across SWEDA, and identify and develop new service opportunities. The role is for 28 hours per week but more hours may become available if funding allows. We are looking for a candidate who has the necessary skills and experience to fulfil the following duties: Management Deputise for the Clinical Lead and take part in clinical decision making, including risk assessments and organising next steps, if required Provide clinical line management to Adult (18) Area Leads Offer assistance to Area Leads with problem solving and troubleshooting alongside Clinical Lead and Chief Operating Officer Assist in implementing new services, systems, processes and protocols across SWEDA Liaise with the Chief Operating Officer and Clinical Lead to develop and review appropriate policies and procedures where necessary Assist with recruitment and training of clinical staff in conjunction with the Chief Operating Officer and Clinical Lead Attend weekly clinical meetings to offer input on caseloads and chair meetings where necessary Coordinate and manage safe, professional and accessible clinical services Ensure all clinical services are financially accessible to all clients, whilst ensuring the service is cost effective Provide clinical guidance in all issues relating to the health, welfare and safeguarding of SWEDA clients, staff members and volunteers Identify and develop new service opportunities, working in conjunction with other members of the SWEDA team Client Work Where appropriate, conduct assessments to ensure the best plan of action, risk management and appropriate allocation of clients Hold small caseload of complex clients Ensure any client complaints are investigated and dealt with in line with our complaints policy, in conjunction with the Clinical Lead and Chief Operating OfficerJob Description (cont) Training Carry out training and develop new training, when required Work with the clinical lead to develop a strategic plan of Continuing Professional Development for SWEDA’s clinical staff, ensuring essential training is appropriate to the task and up-to-date Please download the recruitment pack for more information. To apply, send a completed application form (no CV's) to the email address specified by midday on Monday 17th November.